Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic Specs

Opel LogoOpel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1969 - 1978. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 5.4L liters, engines produces a power of 230 Hp. The overall dimensions of the car are 4920x1852x1450 mm, and the weight is from 1690 kg.

Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978
Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978
Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978
Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978
Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978
Opel Diplomat B 5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic 1969 - 1978


General data

GenerationDiplomat B
Modification5.3 V8 (230 Hp) Automatic
Start of production1969 year
End of production1978 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)8.5 sec
Maximum speed205 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio7.3 kg/Hp, 136.1 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power230 Hp @ 4700 rpm.
Power per litre43 Hp/l
Torque427 Nm @ 3000-3200 rpm.
Engine displacement5354 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore101.6 mm
Piston Stroke82.55 mm
Compression ratio10.5
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)3
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs

Dimensions

Length4920 mm
Width1852 mm
Height1450 mm
Wheelbase2850 mm
Front track1510 mm
Rear (Back) track1512 mm
Ride height150 mm
Drag coefficient (Cd)0.45
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)11.8 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1690 kg
Max. weight2200 kg
Max load510 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum475 l
Fuel tank capacity80 l